If you have ancestors that lived in America during the Great Depression, they may talk freely about how they survived those tough times. Some people don’t want to talk about it, but if you are lucky enough to know someone who does then you may want to spend some time interviewing them so that you can preserve their stories and their wisdom for future generations. When you talk to someone about how they got through the Great Depression, you may be surprised by what you hear – their tips for frugal living are usually relevant even in today’s economy and … Continue reading →

Few things are as permanent as a tattoo. Perhaps this is why so many people choose to get tattoos that symbolize their heritage, or that are done in honor of another family member. How many of you know someone who has a tattoo of the names of his or her children forever etched into their skin? There are a lot of celebrities who have tattoos that are symbolic connections to members of their family. There have been a lot of stories online that talk about the giant tattoo that Monta Ellis recently had placed upon his body. Monta Ellis is … Continue reading →